Manufacture of plastic products

NACE v2.1 Code: C22.2

About manufacture of plastic products

NACE code 22.2 covers the manufacture of a wide range of plastic products, an industry that plays a crucial role in the global economy. Plastic products are ubiquitous in modern life, used in everything from packaging and construction to automotive and medical applications. This industry's ability to produce cost-effective, durable, and versatile materials has made it an indispensable part of the manufacturing landscape.

Production process

The manufacture of plastic products typically involves a range of techniques, including injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and thermoforming. These processes allow for the creation of a diverse array of plastic items, from simple containers to complex automotive components. The specific production methods used depend on the type of plastic, the desired product characteristics, and the scale of manufacturing.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the manufacture of plastic products are petrochemical-based raw materials, such as 20.16 Manufacture of plastics in primary forms. Manufacturers also require specialized machinery, molds, and tooling to shape the plastic into the desired form. Energy, water, and labor are additional key inputs that support the production process.

Production outputs

The outputs of NACE code 22.2 are the vast array of plastic products that are consumed by a wide range of other industries. These include 25.1 Manufacture of structural metal products, 26.2 Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment, 27.1 Manufacture of electric motors, generators, transformers and electricity distribution and control apparatus, and 32.5 Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and supplies, among many others. The versatility of plastic products ensures a diverse and dynamic market for this industry's outputs.

Revisions to 22.2

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 22.2. The most recent 1 version of this code (22.2) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 22.2.

Older versions

Family tree for manufacture of plastic products

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22'>22: Manufacture of rubber and plastic products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/2'>22.2: Manufacture of plastic products</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/1'>22.1: Manufacture of rubber products</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/21'>22.21: Manufacture of plastic plates, sheets, tubes and profiles</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/22'>22.22: Manufacture of plastic packing goods</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/23'>22.23: Manufacture of doors and windows of plastic</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/24'>22.24: Manufacture of builders’ ware of plastic</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/25'>22.25: Processing and finishing of plastic products</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22/26'>22.26: Manufacture of other plastic products</a>"]


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